Problem installing co-linear pipe for gas fireplace conversion

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Dw1973

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Sep 4, 2013
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I want to convert my wood burning fireplace into a gas fireplace. The problem I have is my chimney goes up about 4ft via masonry brick with slotted vents then angles to a pipe going through the roof. Problem I have is the two 3 inch co-linear pipe will not fit through the masonry brick slots shown in the pic attached. Somehow I have to enlarge the slots to accommodate the co-linear pipe for the gas fireplace. Any ideas/recommendations? DW
 

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Those blocks look structural. It's likely that they can't be altered. It's extremely odd to have those blocks in there like that, that's a first for me!
 
That is odd. Are they really masonry blocks or a metal manifold? Try scratching one with a screwdriver.
 
I scratched them - they are masonry. Installer said he needs 8 in of space to install the two 3 inch pipes for the gas fireplace. I uploaded more photos of the fireplace.
 

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